Atlas - Robot Details, Use Case and Specifications

Atlas

Atlas by Boston Dynamics is a fully electric humanoid robot with advanced AI, 28 DOF, and 2.5 m/s speed, designed for industrial, rescue, and logistics tasks.

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In Development

Made by

Boston Dynamics, Inc.

Software Type

Closed Source

Software Package

Custom AI control software with transformer-based perception and decision modules. Real-time motion planning and control algorithms. Integration with Boston Dynamics’ Orbit fleet management platform.

Actuators

Atlas uses fully electric direct-drive actuators providing industry-leading torque density (220 Nm/kg) and fast response times. This enables precise, smooth joint movements across 28 degrees of freedom for human-like agility.

Compiute

Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor platform delivering 800 teraflops of AI performance, Atlas runs advanced AI models for sensor fusion, perception, control, and decision-making in real time.

Sensors

Equipped with LiDAR (10 Hz), stereo vision, RGB-D cameras, IMUs (1 kHz), and joint encoders (4 kHz), Atlas achieves high-precision state estimation and environment mapping for robust autonomous operation.

Max Op. time

mins

Robot Brief

Atlas is Boston Dynamics' fifth-generation humanoid robot, representing a major leap in bipedal robotics with a fully electric powertrain and advanced AI capabilities. Weighing 89 kg and standing approximately 1.5 meters tall, Atlas combines 28 degrees of freedom with precise, human-like agility and strength. It can sprint at speeds up to 2.5 m/s with remarkable electrical-to-mechanical efficiency (85-90%) and sub-10 cm foot-placement precision. Equipped with a sophisticated sensor suite including LiDAR, stereo vision, RGB-D cameras, IMU, and joint encoders, Atlas processes multimodal sensor data in real time to maintain balance, navigate complex environments, and perform industrial tasks with ±2 mm precision. Powered by NVIDIA’s Jetson Thor platform delivering 800 teraflops of AI performance, it runs transformer-based foundation models for perception, decision-making, and control. Since its unveiling in April 2024, Atlas has transitioned from a research platform to a commercially viable robot, currently undergoing pilot testing in Hyundai’s automotive factories with plans for mass production. Its capabilities span search-and-rescue, logistics, infrastructure maintenance, and manufacturing, marking a new era in humanoid robotics.

Use Cases

Atlas performs advanced bipedal locomotion, including walking, running, climbing, and self-recovery from falls. It manipulates objects with fine motor control using interchangeable grippers, sequences complex assembly tasks autonomously, and adapts in real time to dynamic environments. Designed for industrial and search-and-rescue applications, Atlas can handle heavy and irregular objects, navigate human-centric spaces, and execute tasks faster and more precisely than previous models.

Industries

Manufacturing: Automates complex assembly and parts handling with high precision.
Logistics: Navigates warehouses and industrial sites for material movement.
Search and Rescue: Operates in hazardous environments to assist in emergency response.
Infrastructure Maintenance: Performs inspection and repair tasks in challenging settings.
Automotive: Tested in Hyundai factories for real-world industrial applications.

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Specifications

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1500

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Intro

Atlas is a 1.5-meter tall, 89 kg humanoid robot featuring 28 degrees of freedom powered entirely by electric actuators. It integrates LiDAR, stereo and RGB-D cameras, IMUs, and joint encoders to create a detailed 3D perception of its surroundings. Its control system runs on NVIDIA Jetson Thor hardware, enabling real-time sensor fusion and AI-based decision-making. The robot’s arms and hands offer fine motor control with interchangeable grippers for diverse manipulation needs. Atlas can walk, run, climb, and recover from falls autonomously, performing industrial tasks with millimeter-level precision. It is designed for tough environments, with a quieter, more efficient electric build replacing the previous hydraulic system.

Connectivity

WiFi connectivity for data and control
Integration with fleet management software (Orbit)
Multiple onboard computers for sensor processing and AI computation

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Capabilities

Bipedal locomotion: walking, running (up to 2.5 m/s), climbing stairs.
Self-righting after falls for continuous operation.
Fine motor control with interchangeable grippers.
Real-time sensor fusion from LiDAR, cameras, IMU, and encoders.
Autonomous task sequencing with ±2 mm precision and rapid replanning (400 ms).
AI-driven perception and decision-making using transformer-based models.
Integration with Boston Dynamics’ Orbit fleet management software.

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